Risotto Carbonara

November 15, 2011 European
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My favorite pasta turned into my favorite risotto. The deeply browned pork fat on the bottom of the saucepan makes for a deep, almost beefy sauce, while the high-starch rice contributes crucial creaminess without adding a drop of heavy cream.

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The Parchment Paper Cookbook: 180 Healthy, Fast, Delicious Dishes!

November 10, 2011 Gluten Free
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The Parchment Paper Cookbook is great for us busy, hungry, mess-averse folks, and the warmth of this fall recipe will wrap you in a culinary bear hug.

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Beefy Russian Cabbage Soup, or Shchee/Shchi

November 3, 2011 European
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This hearty Russian soup serves up a solid dose of beef and veggies, making for a nourishing meal when cold weather sets in. Cook up a huge pot for when a Nor’Easter storm swirls up a few feet of snow.

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Baked Quinoa Pudding with Raisins

October 19, 2011 Baking
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This baked quinoa pudding will satisfy your cravings for something warm and comforting without treading into refined sugar and white flour territory.

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Crock Pot Osso Busso with Quinoa

October 5, 2011 European
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This Crock Pot osso busso recipe brings a little taste of Italy to your home, with minimal work. Tender, slow cooked beef shanks fall off the bone, while heirloom tomatoes bring their signature brightness to the dish.

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Crema Volteada, or Peruvian Caramel Custard

September 19, 2011 Desserts
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Crema volteada, the Peruvian version of creme caramel, is a smooth, sweet dessert that uses the Incan grain quinoa as its base. It’s almost healthy!

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La Tur Macaroni and Cheese with Nectarines and Fig Jam

August 24, 2011 American
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La Tur cheese is paired with the gentle tartness of nectarines and just a touch of fig jam, producing a dreamy, creamy sweet-tart flavor.

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Turkey Minestrone Soup Recipe

August 22, 2011 Gluten Free
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Rich and savory, this is a great after-Thanksgiving recipe and a welcome change from your standard turkey soup. Serve with parmesan and garlic bread.

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Sweet Summer Black Bean Salad

August 17, 2011 American
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This sweet-tart summer salad is full of protein and healthy spices. Perfect for when you need a light but filling lunch.

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Quick and Easy Devonshire Cream Recipe

August 15, 2011 Baking
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Is there such a thing as a quick and easy Devonshire cream recipe? This summer I’ve written a ton of posts on making Devonshire cream – also known as clotted cream – and while all have been super easy, none have been quick. What can I say? It’s a slow process, and good things come [...]

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Easy Tilapia Recipe

August 12, 2011 Gluten Free
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Tilapia fillets, when pan-fried and served with spiced brown rice and a salad, becomes a meal fit for a king. And it’s super quick and easy to prepare!

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Make Clotted Cream (Slow Cooker Method)

August 10, 2011 Baking
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Learning how to make clotted cream in a slow cooker is easy and yields a lovely, luxurious cream to spread on English muffins with a little jam.

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Recipe for Clotted Cream (Double Boiler Method)

August 1, 2011 Baking
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Learning how to make clotted cream in a double boiler is easy and yields a lovely, luxurious cream to spread on English muffins with a little jam.

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Clotted Cream Recipe (Stovetop Method)

July 29, 2011 Baking
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Learning how to make clotted cream on the stove top is easy and yields a lovely, luxurious cream to spread on English muffins with a little jam.

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How to Make Clotted Cream (Oven Method)

July 18, 2011 Baking
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Learning how to make clotted cream using the oven method is incredibly simple and yields a lovely, luxurious cream to spread on English muffins with a little jam.

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Sealed Roast Chicken

June 20, 2011 European
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Using a dough seal when roasting a chicken will earn you a perfectly tender bird every time. And with it’s gorgeous appearance, you’ll earn “chef status” within your family.

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Penuche Recipe with Walnuts or Pecans

June 17, 2011 American
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Perfect penuche fudge recipe is a lovely sweet treat, straight out of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. This sweet, creamy candy will leave you breathless.

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Light Summer Aioli Recipe

June 3, 2011 European
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Want to learn how to make aioli? This light summer version has a touch of lemon and garlic to share in the sunshine.

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What Is Comfort Food?

June 1, 2011 American
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This pecan chicken salad recipe is a healthy summer dish filled with greens, golden raisins, and artichoke hearts. Light but comforting for warm days.

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Super Hearty Hungarian Cooking: Esterházy Rostélyos

May 16, 2011 European
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This Esterházy Rostélyos dish – or rostelyos – is a hearty steak dish braised in a savory-sweet sauce of sour cream, onions, sweet root vegetables, pork sausage and mustard. A European classic!

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The Ultimate Depression Cure: Chocolate Bread Pudding

May 9, 2011 Baking
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This chocolate bread pudding recipe is rich and comforting, complete with a silky chocolate ganache that will slay dragons if you ask it to.

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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Hot Fudge Sundae

May 4, 2011 Desserts
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This dark chocolate peanut butter hot fudge sundae will make peanut butter and dark chocolate lovers curl their toes in ecstasy. Best. Dessert. Ever.

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Ladurée v. Pierre Hermé Macaron Taste Test

April 15, 2011 Desserts
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Welcome to the Ladurée v. Pierre Hermé Macaron Taste Test! Whose macaron reigns supreme?

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Polpettone alla Toscano, or Italian Meatballs

April 12, 2011 European
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This Italian meatballs recipe is as authentic as they come, straight from a Tuscan grandma. So savory and succulent, that you’ll dream of them at night.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Ganache

March 21, 2011 Baking
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This dark chocolate peanut butter ganache recipe has such a smooth, velvety texture that you’ll want to eat it by the spoonful, right out of the pot.

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Green Garlic Pesto

March 1, 2011 Gluten Free
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This green garlic pesto recipe is the perfect way to celebrate early spring produce. Garlic at it’s finest!

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Tender Baked Meringue Drops

February 24, 2011 Baking
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This easy, tender baked meringue drop recipe is perfect for when you want something sweet and light. These are a great snack to whip up, literally.

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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares

February 21, 2011 American
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This no-bake chocolate peanut butter squares recipe is a fast and simple dish, perfectly peanut buttery with a layer of rich chocolate. Perfect for hot days when you don’t want to turn on the oven.

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Building a Gluten-free Asian Pantry

February 16, 2011 Asian
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Ever wanted to cook Asian recipes but found that the ingredients you needed contained gluten? Let Pat Tanumihardja share what gluten-free ingredients you can substitute.

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Sweet Potato Chips Recipe

February 14, 2011 American
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This Sweet Potato Chips Recipe cooks up the most crispy, crunchy, salty-sweet chips you’ve ever had. An award-winning recipe.

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Baked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

February 11, 2011 American
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This Baked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe is the perfect healthy finger food when you want something sweet, salty, and delicious.

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Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

February 9, 2011 American
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This Sweet Potato Fries Recipe is a little sweet, a little salty, and a little spicy. A perfect trifecta of flavor, it’s sure to impress your friends.

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How to Make Ketchup

February 7, 2011 American
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Learning how to make ketchup is incredibly easy. With just a few simple ingredients, it only takes 10 minutes to put prefab bottled ketchup to shame.

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Healthy Eating for the Weak and Weary: Nutty Millet Porridge

February 2, 2011 Breakfast
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This nutty porridge millet recipe is a warm and soothing breakfast. A perfect way to start the morning, with sweet fruit and healthy carbs.

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How to Make Miso Soup

January 31, 2011 Asian
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Learning how to make miso soup is easy — with a few key ingredients, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a delicious Japanese soup ninja.

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Winter Sweet Potatoes Gratin Recipe

January 27, 2011 European
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This Sweet Potatoes Gratin recipe is for when you want something savory with just a touch of sweetness. Delectably seasoned, perfect for fall.

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Gratin Dauphinois Recipe

January 26, 2011 European
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Not all Gratin Dauphinois recipes are alike. This one is rich and creamy, with just a touch of spicy goodness to put a blush in your cheeks.

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Oysters Rockefeller Recipe

January 13, 2011 Gluten Free
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This Oysters Rockefeller recipe is very easy to make, but tastes like you’ve been slaving away in your kitchen all day.

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Congee, the Perfect Cold Season Soup

January 5, 2011 Asian
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This vegetarian congee recipe is warm and soothing for winter. The perfect food for cold season, this comforting soup can also be made with chicken.

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Ridiculously Easy Lasagna Recipe

January 3, 2011 European
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This easy lasagna recipe takes almost no effort to prepare. Italian sausage adds a gently spicy flavor so you don’t have to use a ton of seasoning.

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Gluten Free Gingerbread Men Recipe

December 16, 2010 Baking
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This gluten free gingerbread men recipe is perfect for decorating for the holidays. A secret ingredients makes them extra special!

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Gluten Free Linzer Cookies

December 15, 2010 Baking
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These little linzer cookies are delicate and sweet, and their star-shape makes them irresistible.

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See Me On Food Wishes! Butternut Squash Pancakes

December 8, 2010 Gluten Free
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Check out this video of me and John Mitzewich making butternut squash pancakes.

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Vegan Truffle Recipe

December 1, 2010 Desserts
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This vegan truffle recipe will rival those dairy-laden candies they sell at stores. Around here, we call them “better than milk bombs.”

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How a Roasted Chestnut Tried to Kill Me

November 25, 2010 Gluten Free
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Roasting chestnuts is easy and delicious. Prepare the perfect winter treat with almost no work.

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Thanksgiving Side Recipe: Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Persimmons and Walnuts

November 22, 2010 Gluten Free
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This shredded brussels sprouts recipe with walnuts and dried apricots is a tart way to dress up your Brussels sprouts for family dinner.

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Gluten Free Butternut Squash Pie Recipe

November 15, 2010 Baking
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This gluten free butternut squash pie recipe has a touch of spice. With a tender crust, this dessert is a Thanksgiving keeper.

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Vegan and Gluten Free Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe

November 10, 2010 American
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This Thanksgiving stuffing recipe is the most savory you’ve ever had. Complete with autumn nuts, it’s loaded with tender and crunchy textures.

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Cookbook Review: Gluten Free Girl and the Chef

October 27, 2010 Gluten Free
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Cookbook Review: Gluten Free Girl and the Chef – a fabulous book written by two lovely champions of delicious gluten free cooking.

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Uber-Hearty Oxtail Soup

October 25, 2010 Gluten Free
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This oxtail soup recipe is perfect for cold winter nights or whenever you want a deliciously hearty dish.

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